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Surfing and History in 20th Century Hawaii: An Epic Tale of Adventure, Culture, and Social Change

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Surfing and History in 20th Century Hawaii is a captivating and comprehensive account of the intertwined histories of surfing and the Aloha State. From the arrival of the first Western surfers in the early 1900s to the rise of professional surfing in the 1960s and 1970s, this book tells the story of how surfing transformed Hawaiian culture and became a global phenomenon.

Waves of Resistance: Surfing and History in Twentieth-Century Hawaii

by Isaiah Helekunihi Walker

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Language	:	English
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Print length	:	242 pages

Drawing on extensive research and interviews with legendary surfers, historians, and cultural experts, author [author's name] weaves a rich and nuanced narrative that explores the many ways in which surfing has impacted Hawaiian society. He examines the sport's role in shaping Hawaiian identity, promoting tourism, and fostering environmental consciousness. He also discusses the challenges that surfing has faced, including the commodification of the sport and the impact of climate change on coastal ecosystems.

Surfing and History in 20th Century Hawaii is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of surfing, Hawaiian culture, or the social and environmental history of the 20th century. It is a beautifully written and meticulously researched book that will appeal to a wide range of readers.

Here is a brief overview of some of the topics covered in the book:

The arrival of the first Western surfers in Hawaii in the early 1900s
The development of surfing as a sport in Hawaii
The role of surfing in shaping Hawaiian identity
The rise of professional surfing in the 1960s and 1970s
The impact of surfing on Hawaiian tourism
The challenges that surfing has faced, including the commodification of the sport and the impact of climate change

Surfing and History in 20th Century Hawaii is a groundbreaking work that sheds new light on the history of surfing and its impact on Hawaiian culture and society. It is a must-read for anyone interested in these topics.

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"Surfing and History in 20th Century Hawaii is a masterful work of scholarship that will appeal to a wide range of readers. [Author's name] has written a beautifully written and meticulously researched book that tells the story of surfing in Hawaii in a way that is both informative and engaging." - [Reviewer's name]

"Surfing and History in 20th Century Hawaii is a must-read for anyone interested in the history of surfing, Hawaiian culture, or the social and environmental history of the 20th century. It is a groundbreaking work that sheds new light on the history of surfing and its impact on Hawaiian culture and society." - [Reviewer's name]

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Waves of Resistance: Surfing and History in Twentieth-Century Hawaii

by Isaiah Helekunihi Walker

4.7 out of 5